Meta has updated its smart glasses to prevent unauthorized recording by remotely disabling the recording functions of devices whose LED indicators have been physically altered. This update comes after a significant security flaw allowed some users to hide the LED light that normally signals when the glasses are recording, potentially enabling covert filming. The change means that any glasses found to have tampered LEDs will lose their ability to record video, essentially turning them into high-priced Bluetooth headphones. This move follows incidents where Meta's Ray-Ban Meta glasses were hacked to secretly film others, violating the company's terms of use and earning the unflattering nickname "pervert glasses." According to Alex Himel, Meta’s vice president of wearables, only a few thousand pairs of glasses were intentionally modified to hide the LED, making the risk relatively low. However, the company is taking the issue seriously and has launched a new marketing campaign in the United States that emphasizes the importance of the LED indicator for privacy. The campaign includes a link to a page that highlights the glasses’ privacy features and encourages users to be aware of how their devices function. Despite these efforts, Meta acknowledges that completely preventing unauthorized use is a persistent challenge. Himel described the situation as "a game of whack-a-mole," where new security measures often lead to new methods of circumvention. The company is also planning to integrate facial recognition technology into the glasses, even though such technology has faced criticism in the past for accuracy and privacy concerns. Meta’s actions reflect its broader efforts to rebuild trust after the security issues with its smart glasses. While the company has taken steps to address the problem, it remains clear that ensuring the ethical and secure use of wearable technology continues to be a complex and ongoing challenge.